Defect Description For Recall
Isuzu Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2006-2007 Isuzu Npr, Nqr, Nrr, GMC W3500, W4500, W5500, And Chevrolet W3500, W4500, And W5500 Vehicles. The Oil Pipe Bolts Were Not Tightened Properly During The Vehicle ProduCTIon Process. If Not Adequately Tightened, The Bolt May Loosen After Prolonged Vehicle Operation, Which Can Result In Oil Seepage Or Leakage From The Packing Seals. In General, As Oil Is Lost, The Oil Warning Lamp Will Illuminate, And There May Be Abnormal Engine Noise And Loss Of Oil Can Cause Engine Seizure.
Make Of Vehicle
CHEVROLET
Model Of Vehicle
W5500
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
10V636000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling
Effect Of Defect
If The Engine Seizes While The Vehicle Is Being Driven, The Vehicle May Experience Sudden Deceleration Leading To An Increased Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Packing Seals With New Ones And The Bolt Will Be Tightened With A Specified Torque. This Service Will Be Performed Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On January 28, 2011. Owners May Contact Isuzu At 1-800-255-6727.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Isuzu Manufacturing Services Of America
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2992
Date Owners Notified
20110128
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
20101215